Episode 25: Speaking Up Against Bullying with Devin W. Moore

Kids are Philanthropists, Too!

Summary: In this Episode we interview Devin W. Moore, a UMD sophomore who is the Founder of #RaceToSpeakUp - an anti-bullying organization and the author of Devin Speaks Up, a book about Devin's experience with bullying. This episode explores what bullying is and what we can do about it.

Our Hosts: Season 3 is hosted by Amy Neugebauer, Executive Director of The Giving Square. Episode 25 is co-hosted by 11-14 year old hosts Leo, Aofie, Ismahil and Ibrahim and TGS’s high school intern Aleena.

Sponsors: Today's episode is sponsored by the Do Good Institute at the University of Maryland. The entire season is hosted by The Serimus Foundation.

Tips: Want more resources and ideas for how you can combat bullying and to be an upstander!

1: Learn more about bullying. Find out about the anti-bullying policies at your school. Read Devin Speaks Up, a book to learn about how to help yourself and others.

2. Report it. Record and report whenever you experience or see bullying and tell a trusted adult.

3. Get loud! Listen towards the end of the episode for some advice on how you can get someone to help with your voice!

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